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2020 Wall Calendars As Low As $4.97 Hop over to Amazon to score 2020 Wall Calendars for as low as $4.97, down from $15. Check out a few HERE: Star Trek 2020 Wall Calendar: The Original Series ONLY $7.49 (Reg $15). Star Wars 2020 Wall Calendar ONLY $4.97 (Reg $15). MORE
What I Spent. I spent $135 on groceries this week, which I am a little surprised at because I went to Costco. But yay me! I’m ending this month with $689 in total spending, and I’d budgeted $750 because of it being a five week month. January Grocery Spending ($150/week budget). MORE
The first time I went to Planet Hollywood, I fell in love with their chicken strips. I have never found any to match them until now! Pioneer Woman Cap’n Crunch Chicken Strips are right on the. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]. MORE
Coupon Insert Schedule Preview For 2020! This is the tentative Sunday Coupon Insert Schedule for 2020. January 2020. February 2020. March 2020. April 2020. May 2020. June 2020. July 2020. August 2020. September 2020. MORE
This will always be a work in progress and you’ll understand why it will be more crucial for me when you read my 2020 goals below! Moving on to 2020! In 2020, I haven’t been able to choose one word that resonates with me like REDUCE. Bring it, 2020! MORE
National Frozen Yogurt Day 2020 Round Up! Continue reading National Frozen Yogurt Day 2020 Round Up! Enjoy FREE and CHEAP yogurt on National Frozen Yogurt Day that is February 6th. You can stop by several Frozen Yogurt shops and pick up FREE yogurt. MORE
Long Intro: On Monday, I wrote a Five Frugal Things post that mentioned CoolSculpting. And I wrote a few words about body image, and about how much money we could save if we did not believe the industry’s message which says, “Your body is wrong, and we can help you fix it.” MORE
I scanned a pile of receipts with Fetch. I’ve been using this app for a while now, and I can definitively tell you that it’s a much better use of your time if you buy a lot of brand name grocery/personal care items. MORE
Free 2020 DeLallo Calendar. Celebrate 2020 with a free calendar with DeLallo! Sign up for the DeLallo email newsletter and receive a free 2020 calendar that’s filled with filled with entertaining tips & tricks, coupons & inspirational cheese boards! MORE
I got this recipe from one of my aunts back when I was a teenager, and for whatever reason, I haven’t made them much of late. Anyway, Lisey randomly remembered liking them and she said something about it the other week. MORE
This has been a long week for a variety of reasons, and not really my best week of cooking. The combo of just getting back from a trip (with no menu plan in hand) and then getting sick right away has made things a little wonky on the food front! MORE
I fixed Zoe’s chokers. She bought a set that turned out to be terribly flimsy; they kept breaking after just a few wears. Luckily, I was able to get them back together with a pair of needlenose pliers. How long will the repair last? I dunno. MORE
What I Spent. I was gone for most of this week, skiing with my parents and siblings out in California at Lake Tahoe. So, Mr. FG and the girls were at the helm in the kitchen, and they did quite a fabulous job. MORE
New Year’s resolutions are so common that we’re sure you know at least a few people who are preparing to fulfill their goals for 2020. What is your New Year’s resolution for 2020, and how do you plan to achieve it? Have you made your New Year’s resolution yet? MORE
Below is a great downloadable Weekly Meal Plan Printable that can help you get on track and stay on track with your menu. Meal Planning is my jam! It is a great way to save time and money in the. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]. MORE
On Wednesday, February 26, 2020, youth from across the state of Minnesota will gather at the Minnesota Good Neighbor Center and the Minnesota State Capitol as part of the Youth Climate Justice Summit 2020. Youth Climate Justice Summit 2020 is anchored by Youth Environmental Activists of Minnesota (YEA! ABOUT THE YOUTH CLIMATE JUSTICE SUMMIT 2020 When: 8:30am – 3:00pm, Wednesday, February 26, 2020 Where: Good Neighbor Center (441 Rice Street, St. MORE
Big List of 100 Restaurants to Eat at for Free in 2020. Eat for free in more than 100 Restaurants in 2020. Continue reading Big List of 100 Restaurants to Eat at for Free in 2020 at FTM. Here’s an awesome freebie that is not worth missing! MORE
When you travel, if you want to travel light, there are some things you have to change. While it can be easy to get caught up in routines, and it's important to keep some of them intact wherever you go, sometimes you need to switch things up to fit your travel lifestyle. MORE
I realized yesterday that I told my email subscribers and Twitter followers about this, but I never said anything on my actual blog. In November, I started a tiny blog with somewhat tiny posts that are a tiny bit more personal than what I share here. MORE
Kids create a lot of paper during their childhood. They create a lot of other stuff too, but that’s for another post. Today, I’m sharing how I have handled ALL of the paper, artwork, mementos, and miscellany over the last 14+ years that I’ve been a mother. MORE
I bought a squirrel repellent for my van. Longtime readers will remember my persistent troubles with squirrels nesting in my van. Last year, I even found live baby squirrels in there!). I’d heard the suggestion of an under-hood light before, but at first, I thought that made no sense. MORE
The post 10 Popular Themes for Kids’ Birthday Parties in 2020 appeared first on Couponing 101. You want your child’s birthday party to be fun and memorable. A strong theme can add to the enjoyment and make the party seem more cohesive. MORE
What I Spent. I spent $107 at the grocery store, plus $33 at Chick-Fil-A (see below!). a small kitten from our shelter shift this week. January Grocery Spending. Week 1: $33. Week 2: $199. Week 3: $140. What We Ate. Saturday. Mr. FG and I went out and shared a pizza. Sunday. MORE
Here it is: Eat more of your fruits and vegetables. It’s not complicated. But it is hard to do. Why focus on fruits and veggies? For one thing, they’re one of the food types most likely to be wasted. ( MORE
I hadn’t planned to do any more posts about my nose, but I’ve gotten a couple of messages asking about it lately, wondering how the nose job is holding up. And since I like to do posts that cover what you guys want to know about, well, here we are. Wait, you got a nose job? Kind of. MORE
Welcome to my first “How We Frugal-ed” recap of 2020. I’m going to see how much I can find in 2020. Frugal living is NOT about feeling deprived. MORE
Hello, frugal people! It’s been kind of dreary and rainy here, and I’m feeling a little bummed out from all the clouds. Here’s hoping for some sunshine soon! Zoe and I DID get to see our very plump friend at the cat rescue center, though, and she is kind of like sunshine. MORE
One of the biggest questions we receive is does Aldi really sell organic food? Aldi has been known for its competitively low prices compared to other grocery chains over the years. Not only is it a. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]. MORE
This week’s edition of Five Frugal Things happens to be entirely about mending, because once I get my sewing stuff out, I like to get it all done at once. I fixed Arthur’s eye. MORE
Just Dance 2020 $19.99 {Reg $40}. Amazon has Just Dance 2020 for $19.99 (Reg $40) with FREE Shipping on orders over $25.00 Continue reading Just Dance 2020 $19.99 {Reg $40} at FTM. or with Amazon Prime Orders. MORE
Valentine’s Day 2020 Restaurant Deals Guide. Continue reading Valentine’s Day 2020 Restaurant Deals Guide at FTM. Here are some amazing deals on eatables at participating restaurants that you can score on Valentine’s Day. Check them all out HERE: Baskin-Robbins. MORE
What I Spent. I got a Hungry Harvest box for $25 and then I spent $174 at the grocery store. So, I’m at $199 this week, which makes up for last week’s low spending. January Grocery Spending. Week 1: $33. Week 2: $199. What We Ate. Saturday. MORE
Freebies & Deals to Get You in Shape in 2020. Here is the roundup of the best freebies and deals to help you live a healthier lifestyle in 2020! Continue reading Freebies & Deals to Get You in Shape in 2020 at FTM. MORE
I know I skipped a lot of Friday menu posts in the last six weeks. We did buy groceries and eat dinner, though. And I haven’t added it up, but I think I ended the year averaging right around $150/week, as I have the whole year long. MORE
My 2020 planner. For 2020, I did manage to find a landscape-style planner from Blue Sky. Elaine left a comment this morning wondering about what planner I use, so here’s a quick explanation. But first, we have to talk about synesthesia. What’s synesthesia?? MORE
National Frozen Yogurt Day 2020 Round Up! Continue reading National Frozen Yogurt Day 2020 Round Up! Enjoy FREE and CHEAP yogurt on National Frozen Yogurt Day. You can stop by several Frozen Yogurt shops and pick up FREE yogurt. MORE
The post What I’m reading and listening to | January 2020 appeared first on The Frugal Girl. Last year, I made a running list of what I read (though I fell off the wagon toward the end of 2019). MORE
As I look back on my posts, I see comment counts in the dozens and dozens on most posts, and this is a really unusual thing to see on a blog in 2020. MORE
Super Bowl 2020 Freebies & Deals Round Up. Here is the roundup of a HUGE list of Super Bowl Deals for 2020 for your favorite restaurants plus the hottest sweepstakes and instant win games! Continue reading Super Bowl 2020 Freebies & Deals Round Up at FTM. MORE
Sometimes when I’ve done Stitch Fix posts, you guys have suggested that I instead hire one of my girls to be a stylist for me. So, we decided to take your suggestion. Meet my new stylist! Sonia, who has always been a passionate shopper, seemed like the perfect candidate for the job. MORE
The post Stitch Fix January 2020 | I sent it all back appeared first on The Frugal Girl. If you dislike Stitch Fix posts…consider yourself warned! Proceed only if you feel like being irritated today. MORE
I got a free E-Z pass transponder. The E-Z pass is an electronic toll collection system that’s used on the east coast and also as far into the Midwest as Illinois.). MORE
It’s January and lots of people are looking for ways to save on groceries right now! So, I’m bumping this post back up to the top of the pile. When I posted my thoughts about the Extreme Couponing tv show , I promised to share my non-couponing ideas with you. MORE
Things were quiet here yesterday because after I got home from skiing , I promptly got sick with a cold. Hopefully it’ll be a quick one! I caught a $150 medical bill error. MORE
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JANUARY 13, 2020
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FEBRUARY 1, 2020
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Family Balance Sheet
JANUARY 8, 2020
This will always be a work in progress and you’ll understand why it will be more crucial for me when you read my 2020 goals below! Moving on to 2020! In 2020, I haven’t been able to choose one word that resonates with me like REDUCE. Bring it, 2020!
For the Mommas
FEBRUARY 23, 2020
Just Dance 2020 $19.99 {Reg $40}. Amazon has Just Dance 2020 for $19.99 (Reg $40) with FREE Shipping on orders over $25.00 Continue reading Just Dance 2020 $19.99 {Reg $40} at FTM. or with Amazon Prime Orders.
Motherhood Moments
FEBRUARY 18, 2020
On Wednesday, February 26, 2020, youth from across the state of Minnesota will gather at the Minnesota Good Neighbor Center and the Minnesota State Capitol as part of the Youth Climate Justice Summit 2020. Youth Climate Justice Summit 2020 is anchored by Youth Environmental Activists of Minnesota (YEA! ABOUT THE YOUTH CLIMATE JUSTICE SUMMIT 2020 When: 8:30am – 3:00pm, Wednesday, February 26, 2020 Where: Good Neighbor Center (441 Rice Street, St.
For the Mommas
JANUARY 2, 2020
Free 2020 DeLallo Calendar. Celebrate 2020 with a free calendar with DeLallo! Sign up for the DeLallo email newsletter and receive a free 2020 calendar that’s filled with filled with entertaining tips & tricks, coupons & inspirational cheese boards!
For the Mommas
FEBRUARY 8, 2020
Valentine’s Day 2020 Restaurant Deals Guide. Continue reading Valentine’s Day 2020 Restaurant Deals Guide at FTM. Here are some amazing deals on eatables at participating restaurants that you can score on Valentine’s Day. Check them all out HERE: Baskin-Robbins.
For the Mommas
FEBRUARY 1, 2020
Super Bowl 2020 Freebies & Deals Round Up. Here is the roundup of a HUGE list of Super Bowl Deals for 2020 for your favorite restaurants plus the hottest sweepstakes and instant win games! Continue reading Super Bowl 2020 Freebies & Deals Round Up at FTM.
For the Mommas
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
National Frozen Yogurt Day 2020 Round Up! Continue reading National Frozen Yogurt Day 2020 Round Up! Enjoy FREE and CHEAP yogurt on National Frozen Yogurt Day. You can stop by several Frozen Yogurt shops and pick up FREE yogurt.
For the Mommas
FEBRUARY 3, 2020
National Frozen Yogurt Day 2020 Round Up! Continue reading National Frozen Yogurt Day 2020 Round Up! Enjoy FREE and CHEAP yogurt on National Frozen Yogurt Day that is February 6th. You can stop by several Frozen Yogurt shops and pick up FREE yogurt.
The Frugal Girl
FEBRUARY 21, 2020
This has been a long week for a variety of reasons, and not really my best week of cooking. The combo of just getting back from a trip (with no menu plan in hand) and then getting sick right away has made things a little wonky on the food front!
For the Mommas
JANUARY 22, 2020
Freebies & Deals to Get You in Shape in 2020. Here is the roundup of the best freebies and deals to help you live a healthier lifestyle in 2020! Continue reading Freebies & Deals to Get You in Shape in 2020 at FTM.
For the Mommas
JANUARY 4, 2020
2020 Wall Calendars As Low As $4.97 Hop over to Amazon to score 2020 Wall Calendars for as low as $4.97, down from $15. Check out a few HERE: Star Trek 2020 Wall Calendar: The Original Series ONLY $7.49 (Reg $15). Star Wars 2020 Wall Calendar ONLY $4.97 (Reg $15).
The Frugal Girl
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
I scanned a pile of receipts with Fetch. I’ve been using this app for a while now, and I can definitively tell you that it’s a much better use of your time if you buy a lot of brand name grocery/personal care items.
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 2, 2020
My 2020 planner. For 2020, I did manage to find a landscape-style planner from Blue Sky. Elaine left a comment this morning wondering about what planner I use, so here’s a quick explanation. But first, we have to talk about synesthesia. What’s synesthesia??
Couponing 101
JANUARY 1, 2020
New Year’s resolutions are so common that we’re sure you know at least a few people who are preparing to fulfill their goals for 2020. What is your New Year’s resolution for 2020, and how do you plan to achieve it? Have you made your New Year’s resolution yet?
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 24, 2020
As I look back on my posts, I see comment counts in the dozens and dozens on most posts, and this is a really unusual thing to see on a blog in 2020.
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 31, 2020
What I Spent. I spent $135 on groceries this week, which I am a little surprised at because I went to Costco. But yay me! I’m ending this month with $689 in total spending, and I’d budgeted $750 because of it being a five week month. January Grocery Spending ($150/week budget).
Couponing 101
JANUARY 24, 2020
The post 10 Popular Themes for Kids’ Birthday Parties in 2020 appeared first on Couponing 101. You want your child’s birthday party to be fun and memorable. A strong theme can add to the enjoyment and make the party seem more cohesive.
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 29, 2020
Here it is: Eat more of your fruits and vegetables. It’s not complicated. But it is hard to do. Why focus on fruits and veggies? For one thing, they’re one of the food types most likely to be wasted. (
The Frugal Girl
FEBRUARY 7, 2020
Hello, frugal people! It’s been kind of dreary and rainy here, and I’m feeling a little bummed out from all the clouds. Here’s hoping for some sunshine soon! Zoe and I DID get to see our very plump friend at the cat rescue center, though, and she is kind of like sunshine.
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 20, 2020
I bought a squirrel repellent for my van. Longtime readers will remember my persistent troubles with squirrels nesting in my van. Last year, I even found live baby squirrels in there!). I’d heard the suggestion of an under-hood light before, but at first, I thought that made no sense.
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 15, 2020
I got a free E-Z pass transponder. The E-Z pass is an electronic toll collection system that’s used on the east coast and also as far into the Midwest as Illinois.).
Stockpiling Moms
FEBRUARY 22, 2020
One of the biggest questions we receive is does Aldi really sell organic food? Aldi has been known for its competitively low prices compared to other grocery chains over the years. Not only is it a. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]].
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 10, 2020
What I Spent. I got a Hungry Harvest box for $25 and then I spent $174 at the grocery store. So, I’m at $199 this week, which makes up for last week’s low spending. January Grocery Spending. Week 1: $33. Week 2: $199. What We Ate. Saturday.
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 17, 2020
What I Spent. I spent $107 at the grocery store, plus $33 at Chick-Fil-A (see below!). a small kitten from our shelter shift this week. January Grocery Spending. Week 1: $33. Week 2: $199. Week 3: $140. What We Ate. Saturday. Mr. FG and I went out and shared a pizza. Sunday.
Stockpiling Moms
FEBRUARY 18, 2020
The first time I went to Planet Hollywood, I fell in love with their chicken strips. I have never found any to match them until now! Pioneer Woman Cap’n Crunch Chicken Strips are right on the. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]].
The Frugal Girl
FEBRUARY 18, 2020
Things were quiet here yesterday because after I got home from skiing , I promptly got sick with a cold. Hopefully it’ll be a quick one! I caught a $150 medical bill error.
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 3, 2020
I know I skipped a lot of Friday menu posts in the last six weeks. We did buy groceries and eat dinner, though. And I haven’t added it up, but I think I ended the year averaging right around $150/week, as I have the whole year long.
The Frugal Girl
FEBRUARY 3, 2020
Sometimes when I’ve done Stitch Fix posts, you guys have suggested that I instead hire one of my girls to be a stylist for me. So, we decided to take your suggestion. Meet my new stylist! Sonia, who has always been a passionate shopper, seemed like the perfect candidate for the job.
Stockpiling Moms
FEBRUARY 20, 2020
Below is a great downloadable Weekly Meal Plan Printable that can help you get on track and stay on track with your menu. Meal Planning is my jam! It is a great way to save time and money in the. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]].
For the Mommas
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Coupon Insert Schedule Preview For 2020! This is the tentative Sunday Coupon Insert Schedule for 2020. January 2020. February 2020. March 2020. April 2020. May 2020. June 2020. July 2020. August 2020. September 2020.
Family Balance Sheet
FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Kids create a lot of paper during their childhood. They create a lot of other stuff too, but that’s for another post. Today, I’m sharing how I have handled ALL of the paper, artwork, mementos, and miscellany over the last 14+ years that I’ve been a mother.
The Frugal Girl
FEBRUARY 14, 2020
What I Spent. I was gone for most of this week, skiing with my parents and siblings out in California at Lake Tahoe. So, Mr. FG and the girls were at the helm in the kitchen, and they did quite a fabulous job.
The Frugal Girl
FEBRUARY 5, 2020
I fixed Zoe’s chokers. She bought a set that turned out to be terribly flimsy; they kept breaking after just a few wears. Luckily, I was able to get them back together with a pair of needlenose pliers. How long will the repair last? I dunno.
The Frugal Girl
FEBRUARY 12, 2020
I hadn’t planned to do any more posts about my nose, but I’ve gotten a couple of messages asking about it lately, wondering how the nose job is holding up. And since I like to do posts that cover what you guys want to know about, well, here we are. Wait, you got a nose job? Kind of.
The Frugal Girl
FEBRUARY 10, 2020
I got this recipe from one of my aunts back when I was a teenager, and for whatever reason, I haven’t made them much of late. Anyway, Lisey randomly remembered liking them and she said something about it the other week.
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 27, 2020
This week’s edition of Five Frugal Things happens to be entirely about mending, because once I get my sewing stuff out, I like to get it all done at once. I fixed Arthur’s eye.
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 22, 2020
Long Intro: On Monday, I wrote a Five Frugal Things post that mentioned CoolSculpting. And I wrote a few words about body image, and about how much money we could save if we did not believe the industry’s message which says, “Your body is wrong, and we can help you fix it.”
Family Balance Sheet
JANUARY 31, 2020
Welcome to my first “How We Frugal-ed” recap of 2020. I’m going to see how much I can find in 2020. Frugal living is NOT about feeling deprived.
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 28, 2020
I realized yesterday that I told my email subscribers and Twitter followers about this, but I never said anything on my actual blog. In November, I started a tiny blog with somewhat tiny posts that are a tiny bit more personal than what I share here.
Shereen Travels Cheap
FEBRUARY 19, 2020
When you travel, if you want to travel light, there are some things you have to change. While it can be easy to get caught up in routines, and it's important to keep some of them intact wherever you go, sometimes you need to switch things up to fit your travel lifestyle.
The Frugal Girl
JANUARY 9, 2020
It’s January and lots of people are looking for ways to save on groceries right now! So, I’m bumping this post back up to the top of the pile. When I posted my thoughts about the Extreme Couponing tv show , I promised to share my non-couponing ideas with you.
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